Ready or not, electronic wills have arrived in Washington. The Washington Uniform Electronic Wills Act (UEWA) became effective on Jan. 1, 2022. Is it time for estate planning attorneys to toss their stockpiles of archival-quality bond paper into the recycling bin? Probably not just yet.
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One lawyer shares his reflections on living and practicing law with mental illness.
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What you need to know about the No Surprises Act.
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Answers to some of the common questions about amendments to Washington APR 11.
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Tips for converting your law practice into a successful business.
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Benjamin S. Halasz, associate teaching professor at the University of Washington School of Law, discusses writing tips and more with Judge Rebecca Glasgow.
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Mark Fucile writes about the procedural and the substantive elements of disqualification as applied in Washington’s state and federal courts.
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A look back at the career of Carl Maxey, a legal giant and civil rights champion from the Spokane area.
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The WSBA Board of Governors proposes a new court rule and adopts new standards to help protect the independence of public defenders.
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The Washington Family Law Deskbook editors share some thoughts on their long careers, how the practice of family law has changed, and more. […]
Creating an inclusive environment for coworkers and clients
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Annually, the WSBA publishes a report on the discipline system
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Not all volunteer opportunities are the same—the WSBA offers a variety of options for those looking to assist the legal community and serve the public
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The Racial Justice Consortium is one response to the Supreme Court’s invitation to take specific and concrete steps to eradicate racism.
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Until recently, the history of many Washington Supreme Court portraits—how they were acquired and even who they depicted—was lost.
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Legal professionals are uniquely situated to step up and support youth in the foster care system and help them to overcome barriers they may face.
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So it’s time to close your law practice. Whether it’s because of a change in career, family matters, or a hard-earned retirement, you’re ready to shutter the windows and close the door to your business. Now what?
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Whether you have started a law practice and are looking to expand rapidly or are thinking about leaving a large firm and venturing out on your own, buying a law practice may be right for you.
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Washington lawyers are recognized nationally for pro bono contributions, but client […]
What started as a blockchain-based game allowing users to trade and sell virtual kittens has grown into a diverse—and sometimes wild—online marketplace
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Support for the arts by attorneys, who play a prominent role in public life, can help preserve the health of the cultural sector coming out of the pandemic and for years to come.
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The WSBA honors two classes of 50-year members at T-Mobile Park
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By Justice Faith Ireland (Ret.)
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How Pierce County lawyers reimagined their role as community allies in the movement for systemic change
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This article highlights the key elements of each of these new legal frameworks and suggests key practice pointers.
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ASK A LEGAL ADMINISTRATOR > While a return to the workplace may be up in the air for some, this new column asks a group […]
THE BEST OF NW SIDEBAR: The Voices of Washington’s Legal Community
A note from WSBA Treasurer Bryn Peterson, providing a report on WSBA finances.
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Ready or not, electronic wills have arrived in Washington. The Washington Uniform Electronic Wills Act (UEWA) became effective on Jan. 1, 2022. Is it time for estate planning attorneys to toss their stockpiles of archival-quality bond paper into the recycling bin? Probably not just yet.
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Imagine a workplace where every employee feels accepted and their unique backgrounds, voices, and perspectives are valued.
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A Q&A with Northwest Indian Bar Association Governing Council Secretary Jessica Peyton Roberts.
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Summaries of significant cases decided by the Washington Supreme Court in the summer of 2022.
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One lawyer shares his reflections on living and practicing law with mental illness.
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